What if my unlicensed 17 year old daughter got into a car accident hitting a pole, am I legally liable?

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What if my unlicensed 17 year old daughter got into a car accident hitting a pole, am I legally liable?

Received a ticket to appear in court.

Asked on August 5, 2016 under Accident Law, Hawaii

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

You are not liable for the traffic ticket, in that it will not go on your personal driving record. However, as the parent of a minor, you will be responsible for paying her fines; your insurance will (presumably) up; and if there was damage to the pole, the pole's owner (e.g. a utility or the city) can sue for the money--the parent or legal guardian of an unemancipated minor is financially liable for her fines and the damage she does.


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